Catholic Saint
St. Moses the Black
“A former Ethiopian gang leader and robber who converted to Christianity and became one of the greatest Desert Fathers.”
Feast Day: August 28
Biography
St. Moses the Black was an Ethiopian servant dismissed for theft who became the leader of a gang of bandits. After hiding from authorities in a desert monastery, he was so moved by the monks' way of life that he converted and became a monk himself, eventually leading 75 disciples.
Prayer to St. Moses the Black
Go, sit in your cell, and your cell will teach you everything.